Sebastian Stan Reveals Playing Donald Trump Was His Most Difficult Role: ‘There Was a Big Risk’

Lately, Sebastian Stan expressed his feelings about playing Donald Trump in The Apprentice, mentioning that it was the most pressure-filled character he’s ever taken on during his acting career.

At the 2025 Golden Globes, Stan received the Best Actor accolade for his portrayal in A Different Man. As reported by People, when asked about the most demanding acting experience he had faced, Stan pointed to the role of Trump as particularly tough, citing that it was a significant challenge on both an emotional and professional level.

Stan asserted confidently, “That’s undeniably the man in orange, isn’t it? Definitely Donald Trump, he’s quite a challenge,” expressing gratitude for the recognition his work, ‘A Different Man,’ received. However, he readily conceded that dealing with Trump was a heavy burden to bear.

Additionally, let me clarify that this isn’t meant to lessen why I’m speaking with you today. I find this topic particularly challenging. It required a significant risk in terms of its implications and attempting to understand another person’s perspective.” (Captain America: The Winter Soldier actor stated.)

As a lifestyle expert, I shared my recent experience where for weeks, I could barely manage more than a few hours of sleep at night. This was due to the immense sense of responsibility I felt in bringing this highly debated figure to life. Reflecting on those restless nights and the weighty burden I carried, it’s all about The Apprentice for me – it’s about striving to do my best and pay tribute to the boss division, while also providing additional insights into something that we, as a society, are inescapably grappling with.

Under the direction of Ali Abbasi, the film The Apprentice delves into the initial phases of Donald Trump’s (portrayed by Sebastian Stan) career in New York real estate, predating his presidency. The story is centered around his ambitions and personal traits that fueled his climb through the corporate world, creating a rich character study.

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2025-01-09 13:52